Rednex - Cotton Eye - Joe (extended Original Version)

While the Rednex version focuses on the fun, the original folk lyrics are much older and shrouded in mystery. Dating back to the early 1800s, "Cotton Eye Joe" was a staple among enslaved African Americans in the South.

The takes the 3 minute and 14 second radio edit and pushes it further, emphasizing the track's unique "Euro-country" blend: Rednex - Cotton Eye Joe (Extended Original Version)

The meaning of "Cotton Eye" is still debated today, with theories ranging from: : A reference to being drunk on illicit spirits. Medical Conditions : Blindness caused by disease or injury. While the Rednex version focuses on the fun,

But the is where the magic truly happens, stretching out the manic energy for those who just can't get enough of the barn-burning rhythm. The Swedish Surprise Rednex - Cotton Eye Joe (Extended Original Version)